Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Vero Beach • Vero Beach, FL

21d

About The Position

Under general supervision, operates a variety of motorized equipment used in construction, repair, and maintenance of streets, storm sewers, water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems, canals, parks, and public rights-of-way. Performs related duties as assigned. Work assignments may be added, modified, changed, or rescinded as needed.

This position is designated as essential personnel and is on call 24 hours for emergencies. It involves exposure to potential physical harm, dangerous machinery, moving traffic, infectious disease, and hazardous chemicals. The employee must be able to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods in all weather extremes, frequently lift and carry heavy or bulky items weighing 80–100 pounds, and wear required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• At least one year of construction experience or other experience performing heavy manual labor in an outdoor environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License, Class B.
• F.D.O.T. Flagging Certificate.
• Depending on area of assignment, a Tanker Endorsement may be required.
• Depending on area of assignment, a Confined Space Certification may be required.
• Class C license in Stormwater where applicable.
• Knowledge of street and storm drainage maintenance practices and procedures, including proper use of tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices applicable to maintenance work.
• Ability to safely operate assigned vehicles, equipment, power tools, and hand tools.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods in all weather extremes.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry heavy or bulky items weighing 80–100 pounds.
• Ability to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Transports workers to work sites.
• Participates in maintaining drainage ditches, canals, swales, culverts, storm sewers, and public rights-of-way, and assists with maintenance work as necessary.
• Operates general to specialized medium or heavy equipment, including equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, bucket trucks, Vac Con trucks, dump trucks, street sweepers, and other specialized equipment.
• Hauls debris, concrete, and asphalt; trims trees; and digs, pushes, piles, and/or loads materials.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment, including cleaning, greasing, and fueling it, and identifies and/or performs basic service and repair work.
• Supports and promotes the City's safety programs; follows standard operating procedures, observes safety practices, and reports or corrects potential safety hazards.
• Performs other construction, repair, and maintenance operations work and manual labor as required by work assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed